Grey Skies and Happy Sighs...: January 2026, Happy New Year.

Hello again my lovelies, how has your week been? I am still just about holding things together, and trying to catch up with everything I feel I should be accomplishing. These photos are all from January this year, so now I'm only about six months behind with this Blog, so that's... good? Better? Whatever, enjoy the views, haha.

I can say that I took my Christmas tree and other decorations down on the 6th January, which is the earliest I have EVER done that! I know that for many people it is traditional to take their decorations down by the Epiphany at the latest, but that was never the case in my family. We all hated doing it, and put off that chore for as long as possible. So, while that may seem like a really minor thing, I actually felt quite accomplished! Of course, then it feels like the house looks so bare, and even though the days were getting longer, January is still very dark in this part of the world. So I attempted to counteract that with some fairy lights, and lots of candles.

After procrastinating for a couple of years, I did finally set up a Vinted account that month, to attempt to make a little money, and have a clear out. I wish I'd started years ago, as it is a little bit addictive, haha! Or that might just be me and my ADHD/hyper-focus/obsessive compulsive personality. I think I have mentioned before about my sentimentality, and how I have held onto pretty much everything throughout my life. I simply could not bear the thought of getting rid of things that have always meant so much to me, which has meant that I have kept everything, and moved it all with me over the years. However, knowing that I am able to pass something so cherished onto another good home, where things may be used and loved for many years to come, is a good feeling. And if I am able to make a little money too, even better! So, I have been having a purge of many items, and every time I sell something, I need to get out of the house to go to the Post Office, and the exercise is another bonus.

There really isn't much more to tell you about January this year. My mental and physical health was/is still not good, so I didn't get out as much as I would have liked. I did have some doctor appointments to get to, and those post office errands to run, so I tried to make the most of those days. It was a cold and wet start to the year, and we even saw some snow, which is not common in this area. As you can see, I did get to enjoy some lovely views from my windows too, which I am always so grateful for. I honestly don't know where I would be without those, but I survived another month, and prayed that 2026 would be easier for me.